Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Excel Engineering College, Namakkal offers a 4-year full-time Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Food Technology, affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, and approved by AICTE. The programme is offered on campus and covers core areas of food processing, food preservation, food chemistry, food microbiology, food packaging, and quality control. The total fee for the entire 4-year programme is Rs. 3.48 Lakhs. The college is NAAC A+ accredited (2025) and is part of the Excel Group of Institutions. B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College has a strong placement record, with approximately 90% of students securing placements. Companies like Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, and ITC recruit from this branch, with salary packages ranging from Rs. 3 LPA to Rs. 12 LPA and an average of Rs. 4 LPA. Placement eligibility begins from the 7th semester.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are through TNEA 2026 (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions), conducted by Anna University. TNEA 2026 registration is tentatively scheduled from May 6, 2026 to June 8, 2026. The rank list is expected to be published by late June 2026, followed by counselling rounds in July-August 2026. Students may also apply directly through the college's management quota via admission.excelinstitutions.com.

Key Points

Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai; approved by AICTE; NAAC A+ accredited (2025)
4-year full-time on-campus programme with a seat intake of 60 students
Total fee of Rs. 3.48 Lakhs for the entire 4-year duration (Rs. 90,000 per year + Rs. 15,000 additional fees)
Placement rate of approximately 90%; salary packages from Rs. 3 LPA to Rs. 12 LPA
Top recruiters include Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, and ITC
Placement eligibility begins from the 7th semester
Scholarships available for SC/ST students and Tamil Nadu students; Bonafide certificate provided for education loans

Official Link:

Go To Website

Highlights
Fees
Admission
Scholarships
Placements
Cutoff
Ranking
FAQs

Excel Engineering College Namakkal Latest Updates and News

31 Mar, 2026 TNEA 2026 registration is scheduled to commence in the second week of May 2026.

Excel Engineering College B.Tech Food Technology Fees

The B.Tech Food Technology programme at Excel Engineering College has a total tuition fee of Rs. 3.48 Lakhs for the entire 4-year duration. Based on student reviews, the annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 90,000, with additional fees of approximately Rs. 15,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available at Rs. 40,000 per year (as per official data), though it is not mandatory.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per year)	Rs. 90,000 (approx.)
Additional Fees (per year)	Rs. 15,000 (approx.)
Total Fees (4 years, tuition)	Rs. 3,48,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Type	Fee Per Year
Hostel	Rs. 40,000

Hostel accommodation is not mandatory; students may opt to stay off-campus.
Fees are refundable as per university norms.
SC/ST students from Tamil Nadu may avail PMS scholarships covering full tuition fees.
Scholarships are primarily available for Tamil Nadu students; students from other states should check eligibility.
The college provides Bonafide certificates to assist students in obtaining education loans.

Explore Other Group Colleges of Excel Engineering College Namakkal

Excel Engineering College B.Tech Food Technology Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Tech Food Technology programme at Excel Engineering College are through TNEA 2026, conducted by Anna University. Candidates must register online, upload documents, and participate in the rank-based counselling process. The college also accepts direct/management quota admissions. TNEA 2026 registration is tentatively scheduled to begin in May 2026. The 2024 TNEA OC cutoff rank for B.Tech Food Technology was 98,728, indicating moderate competition for this branch.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
TNEA 2026 Registration Start (Tentative)	May 6, 2026
TNEA 2026 Registration End (Tentative)	June 8, 2026
Last Date for Uploading Documents - TNEA 2026	June 9, 2026
Certificate Verification - TNEA 2026	June 10 - June 20, 2026
Publication of Rank List - TNEA 2026	June 27, 2026
Grievances Redressal - TNEA 2026	June 28 - July 2, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counselling	July 7 - July 8, 2026
General Special Reservation Counselling	July 9 - July 11, 2026
General Counselling	July 14 - August 19, 2026
Supplementary Counselling	August 21 - August 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counselling	August 25 - August 26, 2026

Note: TNEA does not have a separate entrance exam; admission is based on Class 12 PCM marks. No separate exam dates apply.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in PCM (40% for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu norms).
Candidates must be Indian nationals; NRI/foreign national admissions are subject to separate norms.

Admission Process

Register online on the TNEA portal during the registration window (May-June 2026)
Upload required documents and complete certificate verification
Participate in TNEA rank-based counselling and select Excel Engineering College, Namakkal as a preference
Attend document verification at the college and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat
Alternatively, apply directly through admission.excelinstitutions.com for management quota admission

Excel Engineering College Namakkal: Students' Opinion

AI-Generated Summary based on 2 Reviews

Approximately 90% of students secure placements with companies such as Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, and ITC, with eligibility starting in the 7th semester. Salary packages begin at INR 3 LPA, averaging between INR 4 LPA and 12 LPA. The college supports internships, providing guidance to help students secure these opportunities. A wide variety of companies visit the campus, offering diverse job prospects.

Tuition fees are Rs. 90,000, with additional annual fees of about Rs. 15,000. Scholarships are available only for students from Tamil Nadu. The college provides bonafide certificates to assist with student education loans. Scheduled Caste students in post-metric classes can receive Government of India scholarships, ranging from Rs. 230 to Rs.

1,200 per month, for courses at post-metric to post-graduate levels.

By Collegedunia’s Personal AI

Excel Engineering College B.Tech Food Technology Scholarships 2026

Excel Engineering College offers merit-based scholarships through the SRET (Sri Rengaswamy Educational Trust) Scholarship scheme for B.Tech students. Government scholarships including PMS (for SC/ST students) and post-matric scholarships are also available. Scholarships are primarily available for Tamil Nadu students. The college provides Bonafide certificates to assist students in obtaining education loans.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
SRET Scholarship (BE/B.Tech) - Free	Class 12 score 175 and above (out of 200)	Full fee waiver per year
SRET Scholarship (BE/B.Tech) - Rs. 20,000	Class 12 score 140 and above (out of 200)	Rs. 20,000 fee waiver per year
SRET Scholarship (BE/B.Tech) - Rs. 10,000	Class 12 score 120 and above (out of 200)	Rs. 10,000 fee waiver per year
PMS Scholarship (Tamil Nadu)	SC/ST students from Tamil Nadu	Full tuition fee waiver
Post-Matric Scholarship (Govt of India)	SC students in post-matric classes	Rs. 230 to Rs. 1,200 per month
MBC/BC Scholarship (Tamil Nadu)	MBC/BC students from Tamil Nadu based on income	Partial fee waiver (as per government norms)
NSP (PM-USP Yojana)	80% in Class 12, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs, AICTE-recognised UG course	Up to Rs. 82,000 per annum

SRET Scholarship is a management-level merit scholarship awarded based on Class 12 marks (out of 200 for Tamil Nadu board).
PMS scholarship covers full tuition fees for SC/ST students; hostel and mess fees are payable separately.
Scholarships are primarily available for Tamil Nadu students; students from other states should check eligibility.
The college provides Bonafide certificates to assist students in obtaining education loans.
Application for NSP scholarships must be done through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

Excel Engineering College B.Tech Food Technology Placement 2026

B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College has an impressive placement record, with approximately 90% of students securing placements. Companies like Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, and ITC visit the campus for recruitment. Placement eligibility begins from the 7th semester. The college supports internships and provides guidance to help students secure opportunities. Salary packages range from Rs. 3 LPA to Rs. 12 LPA, with an average of Rs. 4 LPA.

Placement Statistics

Placement Statistic	Details
Placement Rate	Approximately 90%
Salary Range	Rs. 3 LPA to Rs. 12 LPA
Average Package	Rs. 4 LPA
Placement Eligibility	From 7th semester
Top Recruiters	Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, ITC

Excel Engineering College Namakkal B.Tech Food Technology Ranking

Indiatoday Ranking

#228 out of 269 in India 2025

#34th in Tamil Nadu

The Week Ranking

#121 out of 286 in India 2025

#18th in Tamil Nadu

Outlook Ranking

#164 out of 200 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

TOI Ranking

#125 out of 175 in India 2025

#15th in Tamil Nadu

Do you think the Rankings are wrong ? Report Here

Excel Engineering College B.Tech Food Technology FAQs

Ques. What is the seat intake for B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College, Namakkal?

Ans. The seat intake for B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College, Namakkal is 60 students per batch. Admissions are primarily through TNEA rank-based counselling, with a 7.5% reservation for students from Tamil Nadu government schools.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Tech Food Technology programme is Rs. 3.48 Lakhs. The annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 90,000, with additional fees of approximately Rs. 15,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available at Rs. 40,000 per year (optional). The college provides Bonafide certificates to assist students in obtaining education loans.

Ques. What are the placement prospects for B.Tech Food Technology graduates from Excel Engineering College?

Ans. B.Tech Food Technology graduates from Excel Engineering College have an impressive placement record, with approximately 90% of students securing placements. Companies like Wipro, TCS, Hexaware, and ITC recruit from this branch. Salary packages range from Rs. 3 LPA to Rs. 12 LPA, with an average of Rs. 4 LPA. Placement eligibility begins from the 7th semester.

Ques. What is the TNEA cutoff for B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College, Namakkal?

Ans. Based on the 2024 TNEA Round 2 data, the OC cutoff rank for B.Tech Food Technology at Excel Engineering College was 98,728. The overall cutoff range across categories was 98,728 to 190,848, indicating that students with moderate TNEA ranks can secure admission here.

Ques. What career options are available after completing B.Tech Food Technology from Excel Engineering College?

Ans. B.Tech Food Technology graduates can pursue careers in food processing companies, FMCG companies, quality control laboratories, food regulatory bodies (FSSAI), and research institutions. They can also pursue M.Tech in Food Technology or Food Engineering, or appear for GATE for PSU recruitment. The food processing industry in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the Namakkal-Salem-Erode region, offers strong employment opportunities.

Ques. Are scholarships available for students from states other than Tamil Nadu at Excel Engineering College?

Ans. Scholarships at Excel Engineering College are primarily available for Tamil Nadu students (PMS, MBC/BC, post-matric scholarships). Students from other states can avail of the NSP (PM-USP Yojana) scholarship (up to Rs. 82,000 per annum) if they meet the eligibility criteria (80% in Class 12, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs). The college also provides Bonafide certificates to assist all students in obtaining education loans.

Important Updates

Course Finder

Search from 20K+ Courses and 35+ Streams

Why To Join Excel Engineering College Namakkal - Reviews & Rating

4.0

(2 Verified Reviews)

Write a College Review

& Win Monthly Prizes Up to ₹1 Lakh/-*

5(30%)

4(33%)

3(22%)

2(11%)

1(4%)

Academic

3.8

Faculty

3.5

Infrastructure

3.8

Accommodation

3.3

Social Life

4.0

Placement

3.5

Reset All Filter

Dhanashree

3.6Helpful

B.Tech, Food Technology

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

My college life

Fees and Financial Aid:

Scheduled caste students studied in post-metric classes are awarded scholarships under the Govt of India's post-metric scholarship scheme ranging from Rs. 230/- to Rs. 1200/- p.m. in post-metric to post-graduate classes.

Report

Mohammed Anas P A

3.2Helpful

B.Tech, Food Technology

Reviewed on May 31, 2023(Enrolled 2020)

Excel review

Student Snaps:

Fees and Financial Aid:

90000 is the tuition fee about 15000 rupees additional fees for a year. They are only providing scholarships for TamilNadu students.They are providing bonafide certificates to assist in the education loan of the students.

Report

Do you think the data is wrong ? Report Here